Applying Mitigation. to Build Resilient Communities

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1 Applying Mitigation to Build Resilient Communities

2 The Hazards Around Us Think about the natural hazard that... poses the greatest risk to where you live or work OR has had the greatest impact on you personally or professionally 2

3 Types of Hazards FLOODING WILDFIRE EARTHQUAKE TORNADO LANDSLIDE SUBSIDENCE TRANS- PORTATION EROSION HAIL DROUGHT WINTER STORM INFRA- STRUCTUTE 3

4 Definitions HAZARD Event or incident with the potential to cause injury, loss of life or damage to structures and infrastructure RISK Exists where there is the potential for a hazard(s) to adversely affect development or impact quality of life DISASTER Result of hazard causing extensive damage and destruction MITIGATION Actions taken to reduce the potential for future damage RESILIENCE The ability to anticipate, prepare for, and adapt to changing conditions and withstand, respond to, and recover rapidly from disruptions 4

5 Resilient Communities What features of a community contribute to its resiliency? Makes proactive investments and policy decisions Effectively communicates risk and vulnerability to citizens Builds public and private sector capabilities and partnerships Implements smart changes and makes necessary improvements when given the opportunity Other? 5

6 Increasing Trends in Loses Due to Natural Hazards The Role of Local Leadership in 6

7 Purpose of Planning To identify the policies, actions and steps necessary to reduce risk and make a community more resilient 7

8 Purpose of the Planning Process To understand the risks posed to the community To establish partnerships for community resilience To improve the welfare of people and their communities To enhance the capabilities of communities to recover from disasters To identify policies and actions that will permanently reduce the risk of damage and loss 8

9 Planning Outcomes Direct Outcomes Indirect Outcomes Understanding of risk and vulnerability Action plan for reducing risk Eligibility for state and federal assistance Improved communication Increased public awareness of risks and support for mitigation Enhanced opportunities for other project grants Increased capacity Improved quality of life 9

10 Components of Plan Development 1. Facilitate the planning process 2. Assess existing and future risks and vulnerabilities 3. Assess and build community capabilities and capacity 4. Identify solutions and preventative measures 10

11 Facilitate the Planning Process Participate in various aspects of mitigation planning from goal setting through implementation of proposed mitigation actions Determine ways to coordinate with other local agencies and departments Engage additional local stakeholders, such as the business community, NGOs, financial services and higher education Ensure opportunities for public involvement are provided 11

12 Risk is linked to development choices Location Types of Construction Site Design Infrastructure Future Probability and Development 12

13 Critical Connection Community Values Natural Hazard Impacts 13

14 Assess Existing and Future Vulnerabilities Note: Adapted from U.S. Geological Survey and Oregon Partnership for Disaster Resilience Models. 14

15 Assess Community Capabilities Examples of capabilities that create opportunities for risk mitigation Policies Programs Resources (staff, funding) Regulations Studies and data Community organizations and networks 15

16 Identify Potential Solutions FIRST THEN Understand risk Propose mitigation strategies to reduce risk 16

17 Identify a Comprehensive Range of Potential Solutions Local plans and regulations Structure and infrastructure projects Natural systems protection Education and awareness programs 17

18 Examples of Mitigation Strategies: Local Plans and Regulations Improved building standards Revise land use regulations Comprehensive planning 18

19 Examples of Mitigation Strategies: Structure and Infrastructure Projects Safe Rooms Improve drainage to reduce flood threat Acquire and demolish structures in hazard-prone areas 19

20 Examples of Mitigation Strategies: Natural Systems Protection Erosion control Create defensible space regulations Protect and preserve natural areas 20

21 Examples of Mitigation Strategies: Education and Awareness Programs Require real estate disclosure Web sites and maps Provide public education about risks 21

22 Strategy Decisions are Local Communities typically focus on hazards with greatest potential to cause Loss of life Destruction Damage Disruption Communities knowingly accept some level of risk Resources are limited Plans propose mitigation actions that are appropriate for your individual community based on capabilities and capacity 22

23 Why is implementation important? Reduce risk and limit both public and private losses Increase resiliency and public safety Prove fiscal responsibility and benefits Improve confidence in the plan Strengthen support for future plan updates 23

24 Available federal and state resources Technical assistance Funding Training 24

25 FEMA Mitigation Grant Programs Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program Flood Mitigation Assistance Program Public Assistance 406 Planning for a Resilient Community 25

26 FEMA Climate Resilient Mitigation Activities Aquifer Storage and Recovery Floodwater Diversion and Storage Floodplain and Stream Restoration Planning for a Resilient Community 26

27 Federal Partners in Mitigation and Resiliency Meet quarterly to collaborate and prepare for state lead teams efforts to mitigate floods improve information sharing by share relevant program and project information agency collaboration and enhance state hazard risk assessments Planning for a Resilient Community 27

28 Implementation USACE HUD EPA NOAA DOT USDA USGS State Funding Local Funding Private Funding 28

29 Links to other federal resources Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Compressive List of Federal Grants. Climate Resilient Mitigation Activities Risk MAP Planning for a Resilient Community 29

30 Benefits of Integrating Plans and Processes Leverage resources Achieve multiple objectives Increase political acceptance of mitigation objectives Send consistent message Public participation 30

31 Integration with Other Planning Activities Comprehensive Plans Building codes & zoning Capital improvement plans Annual budgets Water and Stormwater Management Plans Development regulations and zoning Transportation plan Economic development Recovery plan Climate Change Adaptation plan Other local plans 31

32 Develop Strong Message Identify primary public information sources and use them to disseminate message broadly Articulate issues related to risk Explain potential benefits and costs of actions Align message with community values and other planning goals 32

33 Provide Leadership Initiate planning process in your community Identify a champion as part of the process Institutionalize concepts in planning Influence policy and decision-making 33

34 Post-Disaster Opportunities and Challenges 34

35 Benefits of mitigating when rebuilding 35

36 Questions? 36